Please note, due to the Regent's slide, some parts of Highway 1 will remain closed until further notice. Alternate routes will be used if necessary.
USA Road Trip- Highway 1 and San Fran Sun
4 days, Los Angeles to San Francisco
When arranging your transportation, such as flights, please take into consideration the below time restrictions for joining and departing from your group. With these times, we have taken into account travel time to/from the airport in the given destination and required time for check-in or baggage collection/immigration.
Itinerary
Day 1Los Angeles/Santa Margarita
Group will depart Los Angeles in the morning and drive to Santa Monica. Walk the iconic Santa Monica pier this morning or spend some time cruising the shoreline. Not in the mood for the beach? That's cool, maybe consider visiting the Santa Monica farmers market to stock up on all sorts of local goodies. Grab a quick bite to eat for lunch in Santa Monica and travel northwest to San Luis Obispo for a quick detour to see the chewing gum alley and to grab any last minute provisions before heading to our campsite for the night.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle. Make stops along the way in Santa Monica and San Luis Obispo.
Santa Monica Visit
Make a stop at Santa Monica where you can choose to lounge in the sand, catch some waves, hang out on the water, visit a farmer's market, or take a walk down the pier. Choice is yours during your morning here.
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour.
Optional Activities - Day 1 HideShow
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Check out Santa Monica's Famers Market today. Stroll around and comb through the delicious vegetables and fruits sections in search of some tasty goodies for your drive.
Santa Monica Pier Visit
FreeCheck out the pier, boardwalk, and some of the city's best shopping at 3rd St Promenade in this beachfront city.
Accommodation
Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher.
Santa Margarita KOA (or similar)
Meals included:
DinnerDay 2Santa Margarita/Santa Cruz
Drive up towards Santa Cruze and make a slight detour for the 17-Mile Drive along the Monterey Peninsula for some unforgettable coastal scenery of the Pacific Ocean. Later in the day set up camp in Santa Cruz.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle. Today you will drive to Santa Cruz seeing some incredible coastal scenery along the way with a detour along the 17-mile drive along the Monterey Peninsula.
17-Mile Drive Monterey
Drive along this 17-mile dramatic stretch of coastline on the Monterey Peninsula. Encounter wind-sculpted cypress tree forests and rock strewn beaches winding up along the Pacific. Along the way enjoy great views of some of the most envy-inducing homes in the world and the celebrated golf courses of Pebble Beach. You'll be planning how to live here before you're through with the drive.
Accommodation
Santa Cruz /Monterey Bay KOA (or similar)
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 3Santa Cruz/San Francisco
Head out from camp in the morning and continue up Highway 1 towards Half Moon Bay. Your CEO will take you on a brief orientation of the city. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Join your CEO for a driving tour through some of San Francisco's most iconic highlights then hit the town on your own or join a sunset sail under the Golden Gate Bridge.
San Francisco Orientation
Set just along the ocean with rolling hills and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco is one of the best cities in the U.S. to visit. Full of history, charming neighborhoods, parks, beaches, museums, and so many entertainment options that your head will spin. Embark on an orientation to become acquainted with this vibrant town on a brief city tour, visiting Haight Ashbury, The Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf. From there you will have time to explore Lombard Street or the Ghirardelli Chocolate factory.
Private Vehicle
Join your CEO for a driving tour through some of San Francisco's most iconic highlights. After arriving into the city we will drive to the bohemian neighborhood of Haight Ashbury for lunch followed by a drive through the Golden Gate park. What trip to San Fran would be complete without seeing the Golden Gate Bridge? Depending on time, step foot on this famous red suspension bridge or find a great viewing point to take some photos. There is free time in the evening to explore the colorful Fisherman's wharf.
Half Moon Bay Drive
It's no secret that California has a beautiful coastline. Drive iconic Hwy 1 north along some of the most picturesque vistas on the coast. You'll also be able to see Redwoods, wildflowers, hills, and rolling farmland all in route to San Francisco
Optional Activities - Day 3 HideShow
Cable Car Ride San Francisco
7USD per personIconic to San Francisco, travel back in time and hop on the world's last manually operated cable car system.
Bike Rental San Francisco
8-32USD per personRent a bike to peddle across the Golden Gate Bridge, through the scenic Marina district or perhaps to Golden Gate park.
Sunset Sailing San Francisco (Mon-Wed)
Depart from Fisherman's Wharf and catch a glimpse of marine life as we sail around San Francisco Bay. Admire the city's remarkable skyline, get up close and personal with the infamous Alcatraz Island, and sail underneath the Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy the sunset and make a mental note to return.
Accommodation
Stanford Court Hotel (or similar)
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 4San Francisco
Tour ends in the morning. Depart at any time.